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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Bellisimo is an absolutely lovable, open-minded, adorable puppy. The little heartbreaker lived a few weeks with a family with children. A small fenced garden was his territory. With heavy hearts, the family now has to part with the golden treasure for good reasons. The young man already walks nicely on the leash and travels without problems in the car. Bellissimo is a tiny sweetheart, just like puppies are. This cute little guy makes you want to cuddle him, but please don't forget that Chihuahuas are full-fledged dogs with the same needs. They are not a toy, not a household accessory, and certainly not want to go on the cat litter. Our charming sweetie is now looking forward to a new, gentle home where he can enjoy his future and his entire dog life, which he still has ahead of him. Children in the household should obviously not be too rowdy with the little one.

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Bellisimo ist ein absolut liebenswertes, aufgeschlossenes, entzückendes Hundebaby. Der kleine Herzensbrecher lebte ein paar Wochen bei einer Familie mit Kindern. Ein kleiner eingezäunter Garten war sein Revier. Schweren Herzens muss sich nun die Familie aus triftigen Gründen von dem goldigen Schatz trennen. Der junge Mann marschiert schon schön an der Leine und fährt unproblematisch im Auto mit. Bellissimo ist ein Zwerglein zum Verlieben, wie Welpen eben so sind. Das putzige Kerlchen möchte man am liebsten nur knuddeln, aber bitte nicht vergessen, dass Chihuahuas vollwertige Hunde mit den gleichen Bedürfnissen sind. Sie sind kein Spielzeug, kein Wohnaccessoire und schon gar nicht wollen sie auf´s Katzenklo. Unser bezaubernder Zuckerspatz freut sich nun auf ein neues, zärtliches Zuhause, in dem er seine Zukunft und sein ganzes Hundeleben, das er ja noch vor sich hat, genießen darf. Kinder im Haushalt sollten natürlich nicht zu stürmisch mit dem Winzling sein. Haus und Garten wären ideal –

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
Living with Bellissimo
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Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · LaufLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Bellissimo home

What you'll need for Bellissimo in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Bellissimo

What life with Bellissimo looks like

Bellissimo is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bellissimo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bellissimo?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierhilfe Franken e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bellissimo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bellissimo if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierhilfe Franken e.V. will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Bellissimo already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Bellissimo isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierhilfe Franken e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bellissimo and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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